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Credit Risk Intern Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

Serve as a key reinsurance liaison among business units, offshore teams, Credit Risk Management ... Contribute to junior analysts and intern recruitment efforts. Required Qualifications: * 1-3 years ...

Serve as a key reinsurance liaison among business units, offshore teams, Credit Risk Management ... Contribute to junior analysts and intern recruitment efforts. Required Qualifications: * 1-3 years ...

Credit Risk Intern information

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$20.5K

$90.6K

$185.5K

How much do credit risk intern jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for credit risk intern in Ontario is $90,621.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $122,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or tasks do credit risk interns typically work on during their internship?

As a Credit Risk Intern, you'll often assist with analyzing financial statements, preparing credit reports, and helping evaluate the creditworthiness of clients or counterparties. You may also perform data entry, support the collection and analysis of risk metrics, and assist senior analysts with ad hoc research or portfolio reviews. This role often involves working closely with risk managers and other teams such as underwriting or finance, which helps you build a well-rounded understanding of credit risk processes. These experiences provide valuable exposure to practical risk assessment, financial analysis, and teamwork within a professional financial services environment.

What does a credit risk intern do?

A Credit Risk Intern assists in analyzing financial data, assessing creditworthiness, and identifying potential risks associated with lending and investment decisions. They work with financial models, review industry trends, and help prepare reports for senior analysts and managers. Interns may also gain experience with risk assessment tools and regulatory guidelines while collaborating with different teams. Their role is essential in supporting the risk management team in minimizing potential financial losses.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the credit risk intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Credit Risk Intern, you should have strong analytical abilities, a basic understanding of finance or economics, and be pursuing a relevant degree such as finance, accounting, or business. Familiarity with Excel, financial modeling tools, and sometimes exposure to risk management software or programming languages like SQL or Python is beneficial. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn make a candidate stand out in this position. These skills are crucial for accurately assessing risk, collaborating with team members, and effectively supporting the credit risk function in a fast-paced environment.

What are the most commonly searched types of Credit Risk jobs in Ontario? The most popular types of Credit Risk jobs in Ontario are:
What cities in Ontario are hiring for Credit Risk Intern jobs? Cities in Ontario with the most Credit Risk Intern job openings:
Infographic showing various Credit Risk Intern job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,621 per year, or $43.6 per hour.

Full-time, Internship

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Join a Challenger
At EQ, we're remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions. 
We've been at this since 1970, challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences.
What's kept us moving?  The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions, push back on old assumptions, and look for a better way forward.
If you're driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy, this could be your next big opportunity. 
We can't wait to get to know you! 


Purpose of the Job

The Credit Risk Intern will report to the Senior Manager of Credit Risk and work closely with Credit Risk Analysts, Associates, and Managers. While this role does not carry decision making authority, the intern is accountable for producing accurate analysis, maintaining data integrity, and adhering to internal risk management and governance standards.

The work supported by this role contributes to understanding transaction-level and portfolio risk and supporting sound credit risk management practices across the Bank.

The Credit Risk Intern will support operational and transformation initiatives within the Credit Risk department, primarily:

  • Assist in the automation (through AI) of IFRS 9 controls/checks for audit purposes and
  • Assisting other Credit Risk teams (e.g. Retail Lending Quality Assurance) with the enablement of Artificial Intelligence ("AI") tools in select functions.

The ideal candidate has a strong interest in process improvement and technology with a desire for exposure to a business/finance/risk environment.

The Core Responsibilities of the Job:

Electronic Document Organization and Solutioning

  • Electronic document organization (leveraging technology when possible)
  • Support solutioning for electronic document organization and automation
  • Assist with process improvements and procedures as well as documentation of such.

AI Enablement & Process Support

  • Support Credit Risk teams with the setup and adoption of AI tools within select functions, including organizing inputs, testing use cases, and documenting outputs.
  • Assist with identifying opportunities where AI tools can improve efficiency, documentation, or analysis within Credit Risk processes.
  • Support basic experimentation and learning related to AI-enabled workflows under guidance from Risk and Data partners.
  • Assist with process improvements and procedures as well as documentation of such.
Let's Talk About You!
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master degree in Management Information Systems (Library and Information Science), Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 3M to 1 yr of exposure to Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft PowerShell, Microsoft Power Automate, Python, and/or SQL.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think systematically in developing technological and process solutions.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and experience utilizing AI for organization and automation
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
 
Job Complexities/Thinking Challenges:

The Credit Risk environment is dynamic and constantly evolving due to changes in market conditions, borrower behaviour, and regulatory expectations. This role requires curiosity, adaptability, and critical thinking to support analyses that inform risk decisions.

As an intern, you will be exposed to real-world credit risk challenges and must be comfortable learning new concepts, asking questions, and balancing accuracy with tight timelines. Success in this role depends on attention to detail, a willingness to learn, and an ability to connect data insights to business and risk implications.

What we offer [For full-time permanent roles]
 
Competitive discretionary bonus 
Market leading RRSP match program
  Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
  Employee Share Purchase Plan
Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
Generous vacation policy and personal days 
  Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
  Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
  A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
 
The incumbent will be working hybrid and in office time will be spent working from EQ Bank's additional office space located at 2200-25 Ontario Street, Toronto, ON.


Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe our organization is stronger - and our people thrive - when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives. We're equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.

We provide a barrierfree recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.

As part of our recruitment process, EQ uses AI to help screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application, an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.
EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration. 
To learn more, visit eqb.investorroom.com and eqbank.ca.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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